Supply chains need to be sufficiently flexible to cope with demand uncertainty and the disruption that often stems from it. The term used to describe this type of responsive flexibility is:
A) Robustness
B) Agility
C) Flexibility
D) Responsiveness

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The term used to describe this type of responsive flexibility is agility. While all of the choices listed are important when designing a supply chain, agility specifically refers to the ability to quickly and effectively respond to changes in demand and other disruptions. This requires a certain level of flexibility and responsiveness, but agility focuses on the speed and effectiveness of those responses.

Supply Chains Need to Be Sufficiently Flexible to Cope with Demand